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Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views

Port Bolivar vacation home with kitchen

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Property grounds
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101680 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bolivar Peninsula, TX
  • Place, Gilchrist Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Crystal Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Bolivar

Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Gilchrist Beach and Crystal Beach. High Island Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Hooks Woods Bird Sanctuary is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Gilchrist Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Crystal Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Port of Galveston Cruise Terminal - 59 min drive - 32.1 miles
  • Port of Galveston - 59 min drive - 32.3 miles
  • Galveston Seawall - 60 min drive - 33.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Jayla’s Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fanta Sea BBQ & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Beach Dreams - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Curtis jam session - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pimpin On Crystal Beach!! - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views

The previous owner is a retired seafaring Commander who dropped anchor on Bolivar and rebuilt this modern retreat after Hurricane Ike destroyed their original beach home. The 360 degree ocean and bay water views remind him of his time at sea in the wheelhouse. We hope you enjoy those beautiful views as well.

Sunrises over the Gulf of Mexico from your front porch and Sunsets over Rollover and Galveston Bays from the back porch or the lighted private pier are magnificent. There are redfish, trout, flounder, and crabs to be caught from the 150’ pier. Yachts, sailboats, kayaks, commercial tugs and barges frequent the Intracoastal Waterway just a few hundred yards off this private pier. It is only a short walk out the front of the house to the beach for surf fishing or to Rollover Pass for some of Texas’s best saltwater fishing.

After swimming, sunbathing or shelling on the beach out front, use the outdoor shower and hit the spa/hot tub and deck area back at the retreat. Watch the sunset over the water and distant palms on one of the multiple decks.

The free Ferry to Galveston Island is only a 20 minute drive away where you can enjoy the Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, The Strand, multiple restaurants, and other activities. The Commander’s Retreat is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the big cities, yet just a short drive if you want to hit Houston, Beaumont, or the casinos in Lake Charles which are just over 2 hours away.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,680 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet fee required when bringing a pet

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact the host for questions

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Contact the host for questions
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Note from host: Contact the host for questions For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Gilchrist Beach and 3-minute walk from Crystal Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Bayfront Retreat with Unbeatable Bay and Gulf Views to downtown Port Bolivar?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Gilchrist.